Overture Downs So it begins

Akela could appreciate her not wasting time in small talk.  He knew he wasn't wearing the paw of the brotherhood, otherwise she might not even have asked such question, but he was curious as to see her reaction.  " Blackfeather Woods. " he spoke.  "A day walk south of here. " he replied , remaining perfectly still.  " And before you ask, I was tracking a packmate that was believed to be in these parts  due to the storm. As it turns out, said mate does not wish to return. Shame really.  How about you miss ? "